According to a report in the The Daily Mail, Barcelona are readying an offer for Javier Mascherano.

It is claimed the combative midfielder has decided to leave Liverpool outfit because his wife is keen to leave England having failed to settle.

It is thought that manager Rafael Benitez understands the 48 time capped Argentina international's predicament and is ready to grant him a transfer, provided his valuation is met.

Apparently, the Reds boss is holding out for at least €41.5 million (£35m) in exchange for the 25 year old's services.

Although Barcelona are expected to meet Liverpool's demands, they may well test the Premier League club's resolve with a bid of €23.7m (£20m) plus a player, possibly highly rated young striker Bojan, in the first instance.

According to a report in the The Daily Mail, Barcelona are readying an offer for Javier Mascherano.

It is claimed the combative midfielder has decided to leave Liverpool outfit because his wife is keen to leave England having failed to settle.

It is thought that manager Rafael Benitez understands the 48 time capped Argentina international's predicament and is ready to grant him a transfer, provided his valuation is met.

Apparently, the Reds boss is holding out for at least €41.5 million (£35m) in exchange for the 25 year old's services.

Although Barcelona are expected to meet Liverpool's demands, they may well test the Premier League club's resolve with a bid of €23.7m (£20m) plus a player, possibly highly rated young striker Bojan, in the first instance.